Scholarship Eligibility Calculator
Check which Indian scholarships you qualify for based on your academics, income, category, and institution type. Get a personalised eligibility report instantly.
Last updated: June 2026 | Covers central & state scholarship criteria
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Major Indian Scholarship Schemes
Central Sector Scheme (CSS): For students with family income below Rs. 8 lakh. Requires minimum 60% in previous exam. Covers tuition + maintenance allowance.
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC): State government scheme for SC/ST (income limit Rs. 2.5 lakh) and OBC (income limit Rs. 1 lakh) students. Requires 50%+ marks.
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: For professional/technical courses. Income below Rs. 8 lakh. Minimum 65% required. Covers full tuition.
Pragati Scholarship (AICTE): For girl students in technical education (UG/PG). Income below Rs. 8 lakh. Rs. 50,000 per year.
NFHE Scholarship: Need-cum-merit based for higher education. Income below Rs. 2.5 lakh. Full tuition coverage for top universities.
State-Specific Scholarships: Most states offer additional scholarships. Check your state's higher education department website for specific schemes and deadlines.
How to Use the Scholarship Eligibility Checker
Step 1: Select your academic level (UG/PG) and institution type
Step 2: Enter your CGPA or percentage
Step 3: Select your annual family income range
Step 4: Choose your category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS)
Step 5: Click "Check Scholarship Eligibility"
Step 6: Review your personalised scholarship report with suggested schemes
About Scholarship Eligibility Calculator
▼Our Scholarship Eligibility Calculator helps Indian students instantly determine which government and merit-based scholarships they qualify for. Simply enter your CGPA/percentage, annual family income, category (General/OBC/SC/ST/EWS), academic level, and institution type to receive a personalised eligibility report with suggested scholarship schemes.
The calculator evaluates multiple factors including academic performance, income thresholds set by central and state schemes, reservation category benefits, and institution type. It covers scholarships such as Central Sector Scheme, Post-Matric Scholarships, Merit-cum-Means, Pragati, NFHE, and state-specific programs.
Practical use cases:
- Students planning higher education can check eligibility before applying
- Parents evaluating scholarship options for their children's education
- College counsellors helping students identify funding opportunities
- Competitive exam aspirants assessing their scholarship prospects